Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Erbil Airport (EBL): what you need to know
Erbil is nine hours ahead of Chicago and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to EBL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Erbil Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between ORD and EBL include:
Istanbul Airport
Vienna Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Erbil Airport (EBL)
R 8,468 is the best price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Erbil Airport flight. Return flights start from R 17,483. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ORD to EBL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Erbil Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from ORD to EBL.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Erbil Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near ORD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Erbil Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Erbil Airport (EBL)
If you have a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Erbil Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near EBL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Erbil Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and see more of Erbil and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Erbil Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Erbil Airport (EBL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Erbil Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Erbil. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Erbil is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Erbil Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ORD to EBL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
You've seen Erbil, now it's time to discover more of Iraq. Travel around 322 kilometres south to Baghdad to check off its top attractions. From Al-Kadhimiya Mosque to Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another side of Iraq, head for Mosul, roughly 80 kilometres west of Erbil. Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah) are among its highlights.
